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Pools, granny flats and coastal prestige
Perth buyers are heading into spring with lifestyle front of mind. “Pool” retains the top spot, while “view” and “waterfront” rank in the top four, underlining the enduring pull of outdoor living and coastal amenities. The standout change is “granny flat” rising to second place, signalling strong demand for homes that support extended families or generate rental income. Meanwhile, “shed” and “garage” also sit in the top 10, reflecting Perth’s appetite for space, storage, and versatility.
Property type and price realities
Four out of five Perth buyers are still searching for houses, but strong house price growth is reshaping search behaviour. Almost a third of buyers are now looking at townhouses as a budget-friendly alternative, and their searched price sits at $850,000, right alongside houses. Units at $600,000 remain the entry point, keeping the overall searched median at $800,000, still one of the lowest of any capital.
Most wanted homes
This spring, Perth buyers are keeping searches firmly anchored to their budgets. Three-bedroom houses ($850,000) remain the top choice, but demand at $700,000 splits evenly between two-bedroom houses and twobedroom townhouses – showing buyers are weighing land against medium density at the same price point.
At the premium end, three-bedroom, two bathroom houses ($950,000) highlight the extra value placed on amenities, while two-bedroom units ($600,000) remain the entry-level pathway into the market.
Key insight: Perth searches show parallel demand across houses and townhouses at the same budget, a reflection of strong house price growth reshaping choices. Units at $600,000 keep the gateway open, anchoring the city’s affordability.
Spring snapshot
Perth blends lifestyle and versatility. “Pools”, “views” and “waterfronts” lead searches, but “granny flats” has surged to second place and quirky features like “sheds” and “garages” also rank highly. Four in five buyers still search for houses, yet townhouses now sit at the same $850,000 searched price, showing how rapid house price growth is reshaping choices.
